Wishbone Wins a Guía Repsol Solete 2026 for Its Karaage in Bica

Some proud news from Bica. Wishbone has been awarded a Solete by Guía Repsol, the guide’s seal for the places worth going back to. It is recognition for our whole kitchen team, and for one simple idea: do Japanese karaage properly, fresh to order, every day. Em português: frango frito japonês em Lisboa.

What Is a Guía Repsol Solete?

Guía Repsol is one of the most respected food guides in Portugal and Spain. Its Soletes highlight the places that make everyday eating better, from cafés and tascas to great fast food. Wishbone joins the Soletes de Verão 2026, part of a curated list spread across the whole country.

A Solete is a recommendation you can trust. It is not paid for and it is not automatic. It is a nod from people who eat everywhere, and they chose to point their readers to us.

Why Wishbone Earned It

The answer is on the plate. We fry Japanese karaage to order, never under a heat lamp, so the coating stays shatter-crisp and the chicken stays juicy. New to the style? Our guide to what karaage actually is explains how it differs from the fried chicken you know.

Our menu is small on purpose. We would rather do a few things perfectly, and that focus is exactly what a Solete rewards. You can read more about how we work on our About page.

What to Order on Your First Visit

Start with the signature Karaage Fried Chicken Sandwich, a crisp fillet with house Kewpie mayo, slaw and pickles on a sourdough brioche bun. We make the full case for it in our post on the best fried chicken sandwich in Lisbon.

Prefer to share? Order the karaage chicken pieces with triple-cooked fries and a cool sunomono salad. Plant-based diners are covered too, with a fully vegan Karaage Fried Mushroom Sandwich. It is all on the menu.

Come Taste the Award in Bica

You will find us at Rua da Boavista 14, a short walk up from Time Out Market and Cais do Sodré. Dine in, take away, or order for delivery across Lisbon.

Thank you to Guía Repsol, and to every guest who has made the trip up the hill. Come and see what the fuss is about on the Wishbone homepage, or just drop by and order.